American Government 1.9, The Executive Branch

American Government 1.9, The Executive Branch

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-3.1.1 & 3.1.5 Study Guides

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American Government 1.9, The Executive Branch

​Materials Needed:

-Pen/Pencil/Paper

-3.1.1 & 3.1.5 Study Guides

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Overall, how did you do on your Unit 2 test (2.4.2 CST)? Did you score better or worse than you expected?

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What will you do differently next time to better prepare?

Crash Course Government and Politics | Presidential Power: Crash Course Government #11 | Episode 11 | PBS

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Crash Course Government and Politics | Presidential Powers 2: Crash Course Government #12 | Episode 12 | PBS

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Crash Course Government and Politics | Congressional Delegation: Crash Course Government #13 | Episode 13 | PBS

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Crash Course Government and Politics | How Presidents Govern: Crash Course Government #14 | Episode 14 | PBS

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Crash Course Government and Politics | Bureaucracy Basics: Crash Course Government #15 | Episode 15 | PBS

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Crash Course Government and Politics | Types of Bureaucracies: Crash Course Government #16 | Episode 16 | PBS

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Crash Course Government and Politics | Controlling Bureaucracies: Crash Course Government #17 | Episode 17 | PBS

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Poll

How do you feel about the lesson objectives?

Describe the roles and powers of the U.S. president.

Analyze changes in presidential power during the history of the United States.

• I don’t understand

• I am getting there

• I am getting good

• I could teach this

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Describe the structure of the federal bureaucracy.

Compare the structure and responsibilities of organizations that are part of the federal bureaucracy.

• I don’t understand

• I am getting there

• I am getting good

• I could teach this

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What are the 3 qualifications to be president?

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Would you want to be president?  Why or why not?

Play Executive Command - President Simulation Game | iCivics

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Review the Key Terms from 3.1.1 Study Guide:

Review the Key Terms from 3.1.1 Study Guide:

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Review the Key Terms from 3.1.1 Study Guide:

Review the 3.1.5 Study Guide:

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On December 19, 1995, President Bill Clinton vetoed H.R. 1058 Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. However, it was overridden by a 2/3 vote in both houses of Congress and enacted as Public Law 104-67. Chief

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The president negotiates a treaty with surrounding countries regarding the protection of endangered wildlife. The Senate approves this treaty. Chief

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Following Justice David Souter’s retirement from the Supreme Court in 2009, President Barack Obama appointed Sonia Sotomayor to the Supreme Court with the Senate’s approval. Chief

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Despite the fact that there is no Congressional declaration of war, you, as the President of the United States decide to send troops to a country to help civilians in need.

in Chief

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In May of 2007, President George W. Bush welcomed British Prime Minister Tony Blair to the White House. Chief of

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This is the president’s last year in office, and he would like to make sure that a member of his party is elected for the next presidential term. As a result, he decides to speak on behalf of one of his party’s presidential nominees at a fundraising event. Chief of

​​Play the Kahoot! that follows on the next slide to find out how well you know the Roles and Powers of the President!

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Here is the Game Pin you will need to participate and compete against classmates:

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-​Be sure to use your actual name when playing the Kahoot!

 

-Be sure to record your score when done!

Kahoot!

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What was your final score?

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Overall, how did you do? Did you score better or worse than you expected?

Multiple Choice

Ensures a fast, safe, efficient, accessible and convenient transportation system. This included transportation of people and foods by car, plane, train, and ship. It is also responsible for maintaining the Federal highway system.

• Secretary of Homeland Security

• Secretary of Agriculture

• Secretary of Transportation

• Secretary of Commerce

Multiple Choice

Formulates and recommends economic, financial, tax, and fiscal policies; serves as financial agent for the US Government; enforces the law; and manufactures coins and currency.

• Secretary of Commerce

• Secretary of Education

• Secretary of Treasury

• Secretary of Energy

Multiple Choice

Handles foreign affairs and relationships with other nations; makes recommendations on foreign policy, negotiates treaties, speaks for the US in the UN, and represents the US at international conferences.

• Secretary of State

• Secretary of Labor

• Attorney General

• Secretary of Defense

Multiple Choice

Collects info about happenings inside the Administration, within the country, and around the world, and disseminates that information to the media in a timely fashion; acts as the voice of the administration by fielding questions from the White House Press Corps.

• Secretary of Labor

• Chief of Staff

• Press Secretary

• Secretary of Commerce

Multiple Choice

Oversees national conservation efforts and is responsible for most of our nationally owned public lands, natural resources, and wildlife.

• Secretary of Labor

• Secretary of Treasury

• Secretary of the Interior

• Secretary of Transportation

Multiple Choice

Acts as the principal advocate for veterans and their families ensuring that they receive medical care, benefits, social support, and lasting memorials recognizing their service.

• Secretary of Education

• Secretary of Veterans Affairs

• Secretary of Homeland Security

• Secretary of Transportation

Multiple Choice

Provides the military forces needed to deter war and to protect the security of the US. The Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, National Guard, and Reserve Forces are part of this department.

• Secretary of State

• Attorney General

• Secretary of Defense

• Secretary of Commerce

Multiple Choice

Oversees the interests of US workers by protecting workers' wages, health and safety employment and pension rights; promoting equal employment opportunity; and administering job training, unemployment insurance, and workers' compensation.

• Secretary of Labor

• Secretary of Commerce

• Secretary of Agriculture

• Secretary of Energy

Multiple Choice

Enforces and defends the Federal laws of the US by preventing and controlling crime, seeking just punishment for those guilty of unlawful behavior; and enforcing the nation's immigration laws.

• Attorney General

• Secretary of Energy

• Secretary of Defense

• Secretary of State

​​Play the Kahoot! that follows on the next slide to find out how well you know the Federal Departments and Agencies!

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Here is the Game Pin you will need to participate and compete against classmates:

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-​Be sure to use your actual name when playing the Kahoot!

 

-Be sure to record your score when done!

Kahoot!

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What was your final score?

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Overall, how did you do? Did you score better or worse than you expected?

Review the 3.1.3 Journal Requirements:

Please send any questions you have about this assignment to me!

Reminders!

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Tell me something new you learned about the executive branch of government.

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What questions do you have?